Earlier today we saw our first teaser of the 2015 Subaru WRX which will be unveiled next week. But…
Read more Read more

Here's the thing: It doesn't. A WRX has always been a sort of counter-culture icon, a huge middle finger to economy cars with wings and scoops. It was an aftermarket car that didn't even have any aftermarket involvement. It had an interior that wasn't particularly great, looks that were ugly and aggressive, and was fantastic to drive.

It might not have been the best looking car in the world, but at least it was interesting.

It's subdued up front. Out back, it has quad pipes and not much else to distinguish it from its lesser Impreza brother. Instead of looking like a wild child,it looks like an Impreza Sport.

The small wheels and non-aggressive fenders don't help.

Sponsored

And now Subaru is talking about refinement. How it has a soft touch interior. A rude car isn't supposed to be refined. It's supposed to piss people off, owner included. The WRX has evolved, but it might have become too boring for its own good.

At least we know one thing: High schoolers will still be spinning them off roads into the woods. It is the WRX way, and it always will be.